discouragement
noun
[ dɪsˈkʌrɪdʒm(ə)nt ]
• a loss of confidence or enthusiasm; dispiritedness.
• "do not give in to discouragement"
Similar:
dispiritedness,
downheartedness,
dejection,
depression,
demoralization,
disappointment,
despondency,
hopelessness,
lack of enthusiasm,
lack of confidence,
pessimism,
despair,
gloom,
gloominess,
low spirits,
cold feet,
deterrent,
disincentive,
hindrance,
obstacle,
impediment,
barrier,
curb,
check,
damper,
restraint,
constraint,
restriction,
dissuasion,
put-down,
damp,
• an attempt to prevent something by showing disapproval or creating difficulties; deterrent.
• "the discouragement of crime"
